Davao to host inaugural event of PBWx Series on July 30

Davao City, Philippines – Launching the Philippine Blockchain Week (PBWx) nation-wide series, organizers peg Davao City as the jump-off point for ChainReact: Igniting a Digital Revolution in the Philippines on July 30, 2024 at the Arcadia Event Center.

Supported by the Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCCI), Davao City Investment and Promotions Center (DCICP) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), ChainReact will be a catalytic event in the Philippine blockchain landscape uniting industry leaders, innovators, and blockchain enthusiasts in driving digital transformation and innovation in the region.

“Launching the first PBWx series in the vibrant city of Davao is truly a great honor and we are delighted to bring the transformative conversations to the local community!” says Janelle Barretto, one of the conveners of Philippine Blockchain Week. “Our collaboration with the DCIPC, DICT, the City Government of Davao, as well as the Davao Chamber of Commerce and Industry highlights the powerful synergies between public and private sectors in driving innovation and economic growth in the region.” she added.

From the host city, Belinda L. Torres, President of Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, echoes the enthusiasm. “Davao City Chamber is excited to partner with Philippine Blockchain Week in this month’s General Membership Meeting. We believe that understanding the vastness and entirety of Blockchain will be beneficial for the business community. This is inevitable, thus we are looking forward to the Davao Chamber Members and the business sector in general to learn how we can utilize Blockchain to our advantage.”

Chain React will also see the launch of DTaka, the newest e-wallet that caters to the digital lifestyle of the modern-day Filipino with a universal rewards program.

“We are thrilled to announce DTaka’s partnership with PBWx as a major sponsor. This collaboration highlights our commitment to innovation and growth in the Philippine blockchain ecosystem.”, says Emmanuel Samson, CEO of DTaka.

Residents of Davao and the southern Philippines are encouraged to seize this opportunity! Join ChainReact and be part of a digital wave that promises to reshape the future.

For ticket information and to learn more about the event, please visit pbw.ph or email info@pbw.ph.

About PBWx

PBWx is a series of dynamic blockchain events designed to strengthen the Philippine blockchain landscape. Taking inspiration from the renowned TEDx talks, PBWx aims to bring revolutionary ideas that spark transformative conversations within local communities by facilitating world-class learning sessions with local and global industry experts.